Meaning, origin, history
Jelesia is a unique and beautiful female given name of Hungarian origin. It is derived from the Hungarian word "jeles", which means "memorable" or "remarkable". The name Jelesia is believed to have been coined by Hungarian poet and playwright, Ferenc Kazinczy, in his epic poem "Zalán futása". In this work, he created the character of Jelesia, who was a brave and intelligent woman. Despite being fictional, Kazinczy's creation has become popular as a given name among Hungarians. Today, Jelesia is still considered an uncommon yet elegant choice for parents looking for a distinctive name for their daughter.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Jelesia since 1880
Total births
23
Total since 1880
Peak year
1991
7 births
in 1992
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
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